2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 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 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 89 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 91 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Captiva | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |