2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 5 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti M. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Captiva | M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |