2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 3 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (228 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Captiva | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
