2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 12 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 637 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.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Equinox | Capa |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1717 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2370 mm |
