1997 Kia Capital vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 1997 Kia Capital and 1997 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 293 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206. 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, 1997 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Capital | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Capital | 206 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |