2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 564 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 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | SRX | Capital |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
