2000 Honda Capa vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,984 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 218 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Capa | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Capa | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1404 mm |