2011 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 161 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Captiva | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Captiva | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |