2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 925 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 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1996 Kia Capital | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Capital |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |