2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avalanche | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
