2005 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (370 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2231 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
