1995 Kia Capital vs. 2011 Audi Q5

To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 16 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital.

Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Kia Capital 2011 Audi Q5
Make Kia Audi
Model Capital Q5
Year Released 1995 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 1964 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1654 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2807 mm


 

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