2000 Ford Artic vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 432 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Artic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Artic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Artic | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
