2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 690 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.
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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 1999 Honda Odyssey 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. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Captiva | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |