2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2002 Honda Capa
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 2 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 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 834 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 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa. 2002 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish 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:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2002 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | Vanquish | Capa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
