2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 525 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | Convertible | Capital |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
