2011 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 224 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 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Kia Capital | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Capital |
Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2530 mm |