2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (181 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 23 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5969 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
