1998 Kia Capital vs. 2004 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2004 Kia Sephia II is newer by 6 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. Both 1998 Kia Capital and 2004 Kia Sephia II are equipped with a 1,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Kia Sephia II. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 2004 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Capital | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
