2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 986 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 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Durango | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
