2007 Acura RL vs. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 1 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 387 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | RL | Captiva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 65 L |