1999 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 6 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 9 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, 1999 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Capital |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
