2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 365 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Captiva | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2615 mm |