2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 MG ZT-T

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Captiva and 2008 MG ZT-T were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 MG ZT-T.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 MG ZT-T. 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 MG ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 2008 MG ZT-T has manual transmission. 2008 MG ZT-T 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 MG ZT-T
Make Chevrolet MG
Model Captiva ZT-T
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3195 cc 4601 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 411 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.6 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 204 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.1 seconds 6.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1965 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.5 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 65 L


 

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