2002 Honda Capa vs. 2007 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 Opel Speedster 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Capa weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Opel Speedster.
Because 2007 Opel Speedster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Capa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa. 2002 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Speedster 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 | 2007 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Capa | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
