1997 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (253 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Ford F-250 (575 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (288 Nm). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-250 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2707 mm |
