2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 3 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1997 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | YRV | Capital |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
