1998 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1998 Isuzu Trooper 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 655 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 Isuzu Trooper 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 Isuzu Trooper 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 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital. 1998 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu Trooper | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Trooper | Capital |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
