2002 Honda Capa vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 11 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 720 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 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa. 2002 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2013 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2013 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Capa | TL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2775 mm |
