2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 367 kg more than 2003 Honda CR-V.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Captiva | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
