2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 940 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 2011 Nissan Patrol 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. 2011 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Captiva | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
