2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 25 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.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Honda Capa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | Capa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2370 mm |