2002 Honda Capa vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche

To start off, 2002 Honda Capa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1655 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.

Because 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Capa 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
Make Honda Rolls-Royce
Model Capa Corniche
Year Released 2002 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 324 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 738 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 2735 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 5410 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 2060 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 3070 mm


 

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