2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital.
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 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 5 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| 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 | 153 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
