2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 449 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Captiva | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |