1995 Kia Capital vs. 2000 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2000 Mazda Demio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Capital weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Mazda Demio. 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, 1995 Kia Capital (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Capital | 2000 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Capital | Demio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |
