2002 Honda Capa vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Capa weights approximately 37 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2.
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, 2002 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2. 2002 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 2 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 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Capa | 2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2489 mm |
