1997 Kia Capital vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 541 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 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Capital | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Capital | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |