2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP) has 190 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 378 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
