2000 Honda Capa vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 892 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.

Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Capa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Capa.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda Capa 2009 SsangYong Rexton
Make Honda SsangYong
Model Capa Rexton
Year Released 2000 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 345 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1972 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2830 mm


 

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