1997 Kia Capital vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 10 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 261 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Capital | Rio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
