2010 SsangYong Chairman W vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital.
Because 2010 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W. 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 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Chairman W | Capital |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1495 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
