2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Captiva and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 675 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Captiva | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |