1997 Kia Capital vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 14 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Capital | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
