1994 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2007 Holden Captiva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Holden Captiva weights approximately 153 kg more than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Holden 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, 2007 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | Trans Sport | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
