2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 687 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. 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 2013 Ford Expedition. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.
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2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Captiva | Expedition |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |