2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Durango | Captiva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |