1999 Honda Capa vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Capa would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 988 kg more than 1999 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 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Capa | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Capa | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3000 mm |
