2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Captiva and 2009 Dodge Caliber were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 73 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Caliber. 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 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Captiva | Caliber |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 181 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 | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |