2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota Tundra 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
Make Toyota Chevrolet
Model Tundra Captiva
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3376 cc 2405 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 221 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 100 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1780 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 3270 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 65 L


 

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