2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Scion xB
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Captiva and 2008 Scion xB 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 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Scion xB.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Scion xB. 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Scion xB | |
Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
Model | Captiva | xB |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |