2002 Honda Capa vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 737 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.
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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Capa | XTS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2831 mm |
