2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 605 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Captiva | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2403 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
