2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Captiva | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
