1998 Kia Capital vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada 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. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 949 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Capital | Armada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3140 mm |
