2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Captiva and 2007 Chrysler Pacifica were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 28 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.
Because 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Captiva | Pacifica |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |