2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 309 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
