1999 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 61 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
