2007 Toyota Avanza 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 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (165 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 768 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (230 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avanza | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
