2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1383 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital. 1996 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1996 Kia Capital | |
Make | Land Rover | Kia |
Model | Defender | Capital |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |