2002 Honda Capa vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, both 2002 Honda Capa and 2002 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 795 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Capa 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Capa S
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2700 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1875 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2830 mm


 

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