2005 MCC Smart vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 MCC Smart 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 MCC Smart. 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, 1998 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart. 1998 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | MCC | Kia |
| Model | Smart | Capital |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
