2010 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 796 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder. 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Pathfinder | Capital |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2121 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
