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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (253 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Express (353 Nm) has 65 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 | 4292 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 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 |
