2005 Holden Caprice vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (362 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 811 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.
Because 2005 Holden Caprice 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 2005 Holden Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Holden Caprice (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Caprice | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Caprice | Capa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1891 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1899 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3009 mm | 2370 mm |
