2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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 (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Captiva | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
