2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Captiva and 2009 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 964 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Elise. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Captiva | Elise |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |