1998 Kia Capital vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 603 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 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital. 2013 Volvo X670 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 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Capital | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Capital | X670 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2815 mm |