2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 145 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Express | Capital |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2530 mm |
