1999 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 3 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 235 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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 1996 Kia Capital | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Regal | Capital |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |