2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Captiva and 2008 Renault Scenic 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 (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (228 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Renault Scenic. 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 Renault Scenic. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Captiva | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
