2012 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 612 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Captiva | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4673 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1756 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2707 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
