2010 Dodge Avenger vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2010 Dodge Avenger and 2010 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. 2010 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Dodge Avenger | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Avenger | Captiva |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1496 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |