2002 Honda Capa vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1493 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 2012 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Capa | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3302 mm |
