2011 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. 2012 Toyota Avalon 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. 2012 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Captiva | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
