1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Capital would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1996 Kia Capital | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Tahoe | Capital |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 152 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |