1997 Kia Capital vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capital | Golf |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
