2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 2 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 231 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 320 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 | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Captiva | ix35 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |