2011 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2001 Honda Capa
To start off, 2011 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Capa would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2001 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1460 kg more than 2001 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti QX56 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 2011 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti QX56 | 2001 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Infiniti | Honda |
| Model | QX56 | Capa |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 559 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5291 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1925 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 2370 mm |
