1998 Honda Capa vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 15 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1262 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 2013 GMC Sierra 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 2013 GMC Sierra. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Capa | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Capa | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3645 mm |
