1997 Kia Capital vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 8 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 60 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, 2005 Opel Astra (281 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Capital | Astra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
