2002 Honda Capa vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 7 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 685 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 2009 Lexus GS 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 2009 Lexus GS. 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, 2009 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Capa | GS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
