2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Captiva and 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Captiva | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1441 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |