2006 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 2006 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Expedition | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 65 L |
