2010 Chevrolet Orlando vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Orlando would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 113 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Orlando | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 16.3 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4652 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1836 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1633 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2707 mm |
