2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 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 LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR3 | 1996 Kia Capital | |
Make | Land Rover | Kia |
Model | LR3 | Capital |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |