2012 Ford Edge vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2012 Ford Edge and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 38 kg more than 2012 Ford Edge.
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 Ford Edge (343 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 2012 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Edge | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Edge | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4679 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
