2002 Honda Capa vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 3 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Capa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva. 2002 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2005 Lada Niva 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 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Capa | Niva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
