2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 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 6,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1153 kg more than 1998 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Capital |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6172 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2530 mm |
