2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 101 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2000 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Captiva | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |