2002 Honda Capa vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 10 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 (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Capa | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2852 mm |
