2001 Honda Capa vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Capa.
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 Chevrolet Captiva (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Capa. 2001 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Capa | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Capa | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2707 mm |
