2002 Honda Capa vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 500 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 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa. 2002 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester 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 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Capa | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
