2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 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 87 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. 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 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Captiva | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
