1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 1 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Cielo | Capital |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
