2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (228 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 25 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 2006 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Captiva | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
