1998 Kia Capital vs. 1998 Lexus ES
To start off, both 1998 Kia Capital and 1998 Lexus ES were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus ES weights approximately 205 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, 1998 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital. 1998 Lexus ES 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. 1998 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Capital | 1998 Lexus ES | |
Make | Kia | Lexus |
Model | Capital | ES |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |