2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2010 Volvo C70
To start off, 2010 Volvo C70 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Volvo C70.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo C70. 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2010 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Captiva | C70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |