2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 725 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1998 Kia Capital | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | SLK | Capital |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |