2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 11 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | RAV4 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
