2011 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1995 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Tiguan | Capital |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2530 mm |
