2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (249 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tucson | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
