2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Captiva | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
