2010 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 225 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. 2012 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Captiva | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
