2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 13 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | E-250 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
