2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 13 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 405 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Captiva | Capital |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
