2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 685 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.
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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital. 2008 Honda Pilot 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. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Pilot | Capital |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
