2006 Acura TL vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Capital would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital. 1995 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2006 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 1995 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | TL | Capital |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
