2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 10 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Capa weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | E-150 | Capa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2370 mm |
