2012 Audi A1 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2012 Audi A1 and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (165 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 838 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi A1 (320 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A1 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A1 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3954 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1416 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
