2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 122 kg more than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Captiva | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1843 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |