2009 Kia Rondo vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Capital weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
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 Kia Rondo (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital. 2009 Kia Rondo 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 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rondo | 1995 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rondo | Capital |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
