1995 Kia Capital vs. 2013 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 18 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 618 kg more than 1995 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital. 2013 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1995 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1995 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Kia Capital 2013 Infiniti FX
Make Kia Infiniti
Model Capital FX
Year Released 1995 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Natural Gas (CNG)
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1943 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2885 mm


 

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