1999 Jaguar XK vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 375 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 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK. 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 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK | Capital |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
