2004 Volkswagen Bora vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 43 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.
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 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Bora | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Bora | Capital |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
