2012 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 72 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chevrolet Captiva | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Captiva | Tundra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 426 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4673 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1756 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2707 mm | 3270 mm |