2008 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Honda Capa
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1120 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.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Capa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2002 Honda Capa | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Capa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |
