2007 Ford Freestyle vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestyle is newer by 10 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestyle (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital.
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, 2007 Ford Freestyle (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Freestyle | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Freestyle | Capital |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
