2012 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (165 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Captiva | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4673 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1756 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2707 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
