2002 Honda Capa vs. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 107 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.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Capa | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |
