2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 694 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Captiva | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1216 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
