1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner

To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.

Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Fortuner has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Fortuner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Chevrolet Caprice 2007 Toyota Fortuner
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Caprice Fortuner
Year Released 1995 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4312 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 197 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 344 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1895 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2760 mm


 

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