1997 Kia Capital vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 215 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital. 2007 Subaru Outback 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. 2007 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Capital | Outback |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
