2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen AAC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen AAC would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 471 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC.
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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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. 2000 Volkswagen AAC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Captiva | AAC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
