2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2000 Honda Capa
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Capa would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 910 kg more than 2000 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Hyundai Equus 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 2002 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2000 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Equus | Capa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2370 mm |
