1996 Kia Capital vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital.
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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Capital | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Capital | C-Max |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2788 mm |