2012 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 635 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 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Dodge Ram | 1998 Kia Capital | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Ram | Capital |
Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 552 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2530 mm |