2011 Toyota Matrix vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2011 Toyota Matrix (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Matrix | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Matrix | Capital |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1549 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2530 mm |
