2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 11 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 359 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital. 1998 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-350 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2530 mm |
