2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Captiva and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Captiva | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 89 L |