2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Avenger. 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 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Captiva | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
