2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Capa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa. 1998 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Patrol | Capa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
