2000 Honda Z vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Z 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 (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 301 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Z | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
