2004 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 Kia Capital.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital. 1995 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan X-Trail | 1995 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | X-Trail | Capital |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
