2011 Audi S8 vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 13 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 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, 2011 Audi S8 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi S8 | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | S8 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
