1998 Honda Legend vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 400 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.
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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Legend | 1996 Kia Capital | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Legend | Capital |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |