2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 675 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sportage | Capital |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
