2008 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 153 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
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 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Dodge Durango | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Durango | Captiva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |