1998 Kia Capital vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 7 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Signum weights approximately 235 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, 2005 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Capital | Signum |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
