2009 Ford Flex vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Capa weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Flex | Capa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
