2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Captiva and 2007 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 541 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40. 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 Volvo S40. 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 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Captiva | S40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |