2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 65 L |
