2007 Jeep Patriot vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital.
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 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Patriot | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Patriot | Capital |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
