1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 574 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Explorer | Capital |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
