1999 Nissan Stagea vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Stagea 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 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Stagea. 1999 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Stagea | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stagea | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
