2009 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 14 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 420 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 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1995 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1995 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1995 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
