2007 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 11 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 165 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.
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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
