1994 Ford Versailles vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Versailles.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Versailles. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Versailles. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Versailles has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Versailles will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Versailles | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Versailles | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
