2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 186 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.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | Capa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2370 mm |
