2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 561 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Captiva | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |