1997 Peugeot 406 vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 19 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.
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 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 406 | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 406 | Capital |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
