2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Honda Capa
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 4 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 295 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.
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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa. 2002 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo 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:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Stilo | Capa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
