2002 Honda Capa vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 205 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa. 2002 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Capa 2001 Nissan X-Trail
Make Honda Nissan
Model Capa X-Trail
Year Released 2002 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1285 kg
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2540 mm


 

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