1998 Kia Capital vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 11 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 647 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.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital. 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2009 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Capital | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Capital | Rexton |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |