2011 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2010 Kia Carens

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Chevrolet Captiva 2010 Kia Carens
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Captiva Carens
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1990 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 87 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 178 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 12 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1845 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 55 L


 

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