2010 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 11 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 984 kg more than 1999 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Capa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Acura MDX | 1999 Honda Capa | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | MDX | Capa |
Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2064 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2370 mm |