1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1030 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 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator will offer significantly more control. 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Lincoln | Kia |
| Model | Navigator | Capital |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
