1997 Kia Capital vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 6 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 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, 2003 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Capital | Signum |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |
