1998 Kia Capital vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1025 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 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Capital | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Capital | Tundra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3700 mm |