2002 Mini Cooper vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
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, 1997 Kia Capital (152 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1997 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper. 1997 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2002 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2002 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Mini | Kia |
| Model | Cooper | Capital |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
