1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 126 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Trans Sport | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2707 mm |
