2012 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 785 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chrysler Town & Country | 1997 Kia Capital | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Town & Country | Capital |
Year Released | 2012 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2530 mm |