2005 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 12 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort.
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 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Capital |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
