1996 Kia Capital vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 11 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 20 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Capital | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capital | A |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
