2002 Honda Capa vs. 2004 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Maxima 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 475 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, 2004 Nissan Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Capa | 2004 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Capa | Maxima |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |