1998 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1998 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota 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, 1998 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital. 1996 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dakota | Capital |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
