2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 11 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 875 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 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Colorado | Capital |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
