1998 Honda Capa vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. 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 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa. 1998 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2012 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Capa | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Capa | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2788 mm |
