2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 94 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Touareg | Capital |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1231 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
