1995 Kia Capital vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 12 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 945 kg more than 1995 Kia Capital.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Capital | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Capital | Transporter |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3410 mm |