2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Captiva and 2008 Chrysler Voyager were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 195 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Chrysler Voyager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Captiva | Voyager |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |