2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 2010 Audi A4 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. 2010 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Captiva | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |