1998 Kia Capital vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 572 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 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Capital | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Capital | Kyron |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |