2011 Volkswagen Touran vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 48 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital. 1993 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Touran | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Touran | Capital |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
