2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
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 Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 66 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (161 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 284 kg more than 2005 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 2005 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
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2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Captiva | Previa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |