2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Pontiac G3
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Captiva and 2009 Pontiac G3 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 29 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G3. (105 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G3.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G3. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G3. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G3.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Pontiac G3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Captiva | G3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |