2000 Honda S-MX vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 5 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 2000 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | S-MX | Capital |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
