1993 Kia Capital vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 697 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1993 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1993 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Capital | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
