1996 Kia Capital vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 14 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 153 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Capital | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Capital | 6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2789 mm |