2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 1005 kg more than 2008 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Captiva | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
