1998 Kia Capital vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 13 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 982 kg more than 1998 Kia Capital.
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, 1998 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capital | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |
