2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2011 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 218 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 2011 Nissan Quest. 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Captiva 2011 Nissan Quest
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Captiva Quest
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2405 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1845 kg 2063 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1971 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1854 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 76 L


 

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