2009 Infiniti EX vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 639 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 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Capa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Infiniti | Honda |
| Model | EX | Capa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
