2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 573 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.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1995 Kia Capital | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Santa Fe | Capital |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |