2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Captiva and 2009 Chevrolet Aveo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 151 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (114 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Captiva | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
