2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 5 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital.
Because 2001 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford Econovan (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Econovan | Capital |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
