1999 BMW 529 vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 2 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 300 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 1999 BMW 529 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 1999 BMW 529. 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 529 | Capital |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
