2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1990 Porsche 911

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Captiva 1990 Porsche 911
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Captiva 911
Year Released 2009 1990
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2405 cc 3299 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 74.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 7.0:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 5.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1467 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 76 L


 

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