1995 Kia Capital vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 14 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 8 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 5 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, 1995 Kia Capital (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Capital | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Capital | Yaris |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |