2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 2,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 335 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Captiva | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2403 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
