1998 Kia Capital vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 8 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 600 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Capital | Montego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
