2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 2,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 156 kg more than 2006 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Captiva | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2403 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
