2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Captiva | FX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5019 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 87.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |