1996 Kia Capital vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 675 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Capital | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Capital | Sorento |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |