2012 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 501 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Ram | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
