2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Captiva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 65 L |