2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 433 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Captiva | Durango |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 102 L |
