2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 7 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 679 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 2005 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Rainier | Capital |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
