2007 Lexus GX vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2007 Lexus GX 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 579 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus GX (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GX | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Lexus | Kia |
| Model | GX | Capital |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
