2012 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. 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 37 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (230 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Captiva | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4673 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1756 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2707 mm | 2620 mm |
