2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Captiva | Previa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |