2010 BMW X3 vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 495 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 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital. 1998 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 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:
| 2010 BMW X3 | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X3 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4569 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1676 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2530 mm |
