2005 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 220 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.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape (206 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escape | Capital |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
