2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Captiva and 2009 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Captiva | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 5980 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
