2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 296 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. 2009 Chevrolet Express 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. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Captiva 2009 Chevrolet Express
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Captiva Express
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type SUV Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2403 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 319 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 498 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 12 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1845 kg 1549 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 2080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 117 L


 

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