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 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 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 115 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva 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 | 2979 cc | 3193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |