2002 Honda Capa vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1075 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 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Capa | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
