2000 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Honda Capa
To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 325 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 2000 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2002 Honda Capa | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Capa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
