2007 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 29 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.
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 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1995 Kia Capital | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Capital |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |