2002 Honda Capa vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (166 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 270 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 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Capa | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
