1998 Kia Capital vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 70 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 2012 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Capital | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Capital | 118 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |