2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 300 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (541 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Captiva | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
