2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Holden Captiva
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Holden Captiva were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2008 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Holden 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Silverado | Captiva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |