2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 108 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Captiva | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2403 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
