1997 Kia Capital vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3.
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, 2011 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Capital | 3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1560 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 | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2639 mm |
