2008 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 675 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.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Grandis | Capital |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
