2008 BMW 328 vs. 2001 Honda Capa

To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Capa.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Capa. 2001 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 328 2001 Honda Capa
Make BMW Honda
Model 328 Capa
Year Released 2008 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 231 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2370 mm


 

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