2011 Renault Trafic vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 2011 Renault Trafic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa.
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 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa. 1999 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Trafic | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Trafic | Capa |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2370 mm |
