1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 498 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
