2002 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 554 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Vauxhall Frontera | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Vauxhall | Chevrolet |
Model | Frontera | Captiva |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |