1999 Ford Contour vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 67 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.
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 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital. 1998 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Contour | Capital |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
