2004 Honda Element vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 11 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 211 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, 2004 Honda Element (220 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Element | Capital |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
