2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 7 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 631 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Sprinter | Capital |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |
