1997 Kia Capital vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 250 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 Toyota Camry (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital. 2005 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Capital | Camry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
