1997 Kia Capital vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 195 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Capital | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Capital | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |