1998 Mazda MPV vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, both 1998 Mazda MPV and 1998 Kia Capital were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 395 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 1998 Mazda MPV 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 1998 Mazda MPV. 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, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda MPV | 1998 Kia Capital | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | MPV | Capital |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |