2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2008 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | GTV | Captiva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3195 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |