2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2001 Honda Capa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Capa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Tacoma | 2001 Honda Capa | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Tacoma | Capa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2370 mm |