2001 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 8 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 104 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Grand Am | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Pontiac | Kia |
| Model | Grand Am | Capital |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
