2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Captiva and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 621 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Captiva | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |