2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 500 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Captiva | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
