2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 343 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.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Tucson | Capital |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
