2007 Lexus RX vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 585 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.
Because 2007 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX 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 RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 1995 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Lexus | Kia |
| Model | RX | Capital |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
