2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Five Hundred | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
