2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 194 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tacoma | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |
