2005 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (253 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (516 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (288 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sierra | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2707 mm |
