2011 GMC Savana vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 15 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 906 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 2011 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Savana | 1996 Kia Capital | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Savana | Capital |
Year Released | 2011 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2530 mm |