2008 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Honda Capa
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Honda Capa.
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, 2001 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2001 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic | 2001 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Capa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
