2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1995 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 590 kg more than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 1995 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Captiva | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
