2011 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Captiva and 2011 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 665 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. 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 2011 Mazda 3. 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 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Captiva | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Captiva | 3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |