1998 Kia Capital vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Capital | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Capital | Voyager |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |