2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | CX-9 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3725 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
