2012 BMW 520 vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital.
Because 2012 BMW 520 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 2012 BMW 520. 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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 520 | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 520 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2530 mm |
