2002 Honda Capa vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Capa would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 650 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 2004 Maserati Spyder 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 2004 Maserati Spyder. 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, 2004 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Capa | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
