2002 Honda Capa vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (217 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 841 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 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Capa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Capa | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2748 mm |
