2002 Honda Capa vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1070 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (540 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capa | ML |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2920 mm |
