2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 184 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 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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 220 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 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Captiva | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |