2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (181 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 841 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Captiva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.3 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2707 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 65 L |