2000 Honda S2000 vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Honda S2000.
Because 2000 Honda S2000 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 2000 Honda S2000. 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, 2000 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda S2000 | 1998 Kia Capital | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S2000 | Capital |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |