2002 Honda Capa vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 705 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 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Capa | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capa | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1402 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
