2012 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 773 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Chevrolet Captiva 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Captiva Colorado
Year Released 2012 2011
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2384 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 242 HP
Torque 230 Nm 328 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1878 kg 1105 kg
Vehicle Length 4673 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1849 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1756 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2707 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 72 L


 

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