2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 950 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A4 | Captiva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |