1998 Kia Capital vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 85 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Capital | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
