2008 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Captiva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |