2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 6 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 775 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 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Capital |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2530 mm |
