2003 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 363 kg more than 2003 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
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2003 Nissan Maxima | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Maxima | Captiva |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2707 mm |