2002 Honda Capa vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 6 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), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 395 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa. 2002 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Stream 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 | 2008 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Capa | Stream |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
