2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac STS-V 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 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac STS-V. 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 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 2009 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac STS-V | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | STS-V | Captiva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |