2002 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa. 1999 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2002 Oldsmobile Alero has manual transmission. 2002 Oldsmobile Alero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Alero | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Alero | Capa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
