2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 273 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Captiva | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |