2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 611 kg more than 1999 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram 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, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Capa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2370 mm |
