2012 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1383 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital. 1997 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Land Rover Freelander | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Land Rover | Kia |
| Model | Freelander | Capital |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
