2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Captiva and 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2009 Jeep Patriot has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Patriot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Captiva | Patriot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |