1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 365 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.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Vauxhall Omega (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Kia |
| Model | Omega | Capital |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
