1998 Kia Capital vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Proton 400. 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 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 2003 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Capital | 400 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
