2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 2008 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Captiva | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
