2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 375 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Captiva | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
