2002 Honda Capa vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa.

Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery
Make Honda Land Rover
Model Capa Discovery
Year Released 2002 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 0 HP
Torque 136 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 2175 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2550 mm


 

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