2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 438 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 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 1998 Honda Capa | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | CR-V | Capa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |