2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 327 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Captiva | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4197 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 104 L |