2009 Lexus LS vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Lexus | Kia |
| Model | LS | Capital |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
