2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 16 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
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2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Captiva | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2403 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2835 mm |