2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Captiva | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2403 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
