1995 Kia Capital vs. 2005 Noble M14
To start off, 2005 Noble M14 is newer by 10 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Capital weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Noble M14.
Because 2005 Noble M14 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Noble M14. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Capital, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Capital | 2005 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Kia | Noble |
| Model | Capital | M14 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
