1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 222 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2707 mm |
