2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Captiva and 2008 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 611 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Captiva | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
