2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 464 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Captiva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |