2011 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Carens would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 334 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens. 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 Kia Carens. 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 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Captiva | Carens |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
