2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 665 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 2002 Kia Sorento 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, 2002 Kia Sorento 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sorento | Capital |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
