1998 Kia Capital vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 15 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 702 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 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Capital | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3023 mm |
