2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 187 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 2013 Chevrolet Impala 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. 2013 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Captiva | Impala |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
