1996 Kia Capital vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 17 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 669 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.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Capital | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Kia | Jeep |
| Model | Capital | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2946 mm |
