2005 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP) has 329 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 594 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
