2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 628 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1997 Kia Capital | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sorento | Capital |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 152 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |