2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Captiva and 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Captiva | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |
