1997 Kia Capital vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 286 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, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capital | Eos |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
