2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Capital weights approximately 359 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1995 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fusion | Capital |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
