2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Captiva | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4300 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
