2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 729 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Liberty | 1993 Kia Capital | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Liberty | Capital |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |