2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 467 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Captiva | Touran |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 297 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |