1997 Kia Capital vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 740 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Capital | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3100 mm |
