2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Captiva and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Captiva 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Captiva C
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 2148 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 186 km/hour 219 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 62 L


 

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