2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Captiva and 2008 Volvo V70 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 354 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo V70. 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 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
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2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Captiva | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2401 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |