2010 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 13 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 489 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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 2010 Jeep Wrangler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jeep Wrangler | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Wrangler | Capital |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4666 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2103 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2530 mm |
