2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (228 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Captiva | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
