2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 391 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 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 Kia Capital | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Capital |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |