2008 Audi S5 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 1 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Audi S5.
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 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S5 | 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | S5 | Captiva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |