2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avensis 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 65 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Avensis. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Toyota Avensis. 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 2004 Toyota Avensis. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Avensis. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Avensis.
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2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Captiva | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |