1997 Kia Capital vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 16 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 515 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Capital | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2824 mm |
