1998 Kia Capital vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 9 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Capital | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Capital | LR3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |