1998 Chrysler Chronos vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, both 1998 Chrysler Chronos and 1998 Kia Capital were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Chronos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Chronos should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital.
Because 1998 Chrysler Chronos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Chrysler Chronos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (311 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 1998 Chrysler Chronos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Chronos | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Chronos | Capital |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2530 mm |
