1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 164 kg more than 1993 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LeSabre | Capital |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
