1997 Kia Capital vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 540 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Capital | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Capital | Korando |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |