2000 Honda Capa vs. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (156 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Capa. 2000 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Capa | 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Capa | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
