2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 10 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 844 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.
Because 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Ascender | Capital |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2530 mm |
