1997 Kia Capital vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 345 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 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital. 2008 Kia Sportage 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. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Capital | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Capital | Sportage |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |