2012 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Captiva and 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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 Chevrolet Captiva (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Captiva | Viano |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4673 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1756 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2707 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
