2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Capa weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Capa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Equinox | Capa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
