1998 Honda Capa vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (263 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 680 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.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa, 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 Mercedes-Benz C (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Capa | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Capa | C |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |