1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Cresta | 1998 Kia Capital | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Cresta | Capital |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |