2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Subaru Outback 2007 Chevrolet Captiva
Make Subaru Chevrolet
Model Outback Captiva
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 1989 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1910 kg
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 65 L


 

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