2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Kia Cerato
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Captiva and 2008 Kia Cerato were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Kia Cerato. 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 Kia Cerato. 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 Kia Cerato (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Captiva | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
