2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,488 cc, 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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 6 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 6 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
