2011 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 931 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 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Touareg | 1996 Kia Capital | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Touareg | Capital |
Year Released | 2011 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2893 mm | 2530 mm |