2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 672 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Captiva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 221 Nm |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |