2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 761 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.
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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Captiva | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
