2006 Toyota Camry vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Camry (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Camry | Capital |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
