2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Captiva | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 298 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |