1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 495 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1997 Kia Capital | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | SL | Capital |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |