2001 Nissan Pickup vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 179 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Pickup | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pickup | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
