2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Smart ForTwo 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 129 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Smart ForTwo. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Captiva | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |