2000 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Kia Capital.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (441 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | ML | Capital |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4261 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
