2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Capital |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2530 mm |
