1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Capital |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2530 mm |
