2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP) has 167 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 617 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
