1997 Kia Capital vs. 1995 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1997 Kia Capital is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 83 kg more than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
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, 1995 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 1995 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Capital | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
