2005 Fiat Siena vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2005 Fiat Siena 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Siena (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Fiat Siena.
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, 1996 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Siena | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Siena | Capital |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1325 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
