2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital.
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 HHR (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | HHR | Capital |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
