2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 458 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital.
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, 1996 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Siena | 1996 Kia Capital | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Siena | Capital |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |