2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Captiva | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3270 mm |