2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Captiva and 2007 Ford Focus 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 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (223 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 573 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus 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 Chevrolet Captiva | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Captiva | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |