2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Captiva | Almera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
