2005 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen New Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | New Beetle | Capital |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1231 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
