1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 679 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Explorer | Capital |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
