2007 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 577 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Rexton | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Rexton | Capital |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
