2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Sentra | Capital |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
