2005 Dodge Ram 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 Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 734 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |
