2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Captiva | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
