2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Captiva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 65 L |