2005 Honda Stream vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 348 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.
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, 2005 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa. 1998 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Stream | Capa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
