1996 Kia Capital vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 30 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 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Capital | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Capital | Leon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |