1996 Kia Capital vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 175 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 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Capital | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Capital | CR-V |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |