2010 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 698 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2543 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
