2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 308 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | RAV4 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 16.3 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
