2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 293 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.
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, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LeSabre | Capital |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
