2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2010 Lincoln Navigator

To start off, 2010 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 792 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln Navigator. 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 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 2010 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Chevrolet Captiva 2010 Lincoln Navigator
Make Chevrolet Lincoln
Model Captiva Navigator
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2405 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1845 kg 2637 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5293 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2002 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1989 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3023 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 106 L