2002 Honda Capa vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Capa weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Capa | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1820 mm |
