2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Captiva and 2009 Fiat Panda 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 65 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Captiva | Panda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 18 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |