2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Captiva and 2009 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 510 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.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Patrol. 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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Captiva | Patrol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 18.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 135 L |