2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 12 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital.
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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | i30 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
