2000 Renault P55 vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2000 Renault P55 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Renault P55. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault P55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault P55 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1998 Kia Capital.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault P55 (260 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2000 Renault P55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault P55 | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | P55 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1325 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
