2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (253 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (288 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Express 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Express Captiva
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5326 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 253 HP
Torque 454 Nm 288 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 8 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4673 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1756 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2707 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 65 L


 

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