2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Citroen C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C4 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
