2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Captiva and 2009 Renault Koleos 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 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Renault Koleos.
Because 2009 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Koleos 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 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 2009 Renault Koleos 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 Renault Koleos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Captiva | Koleos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |