2004 Honda Z vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 885 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
