2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 456 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Captiva 2004 Chevrolet Express
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Captiva Express
Year Released 2008 2004
Body Type SUV Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 353 Nm
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 102.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.5:1 9.2:1
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 2366 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 6210 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 2090 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3940 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 117 L


 

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