2002 Honda Capa vs. 2008 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 659 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 Hyundai Grandeur (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2008 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Capa | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |
