1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
