1994 Renault Express vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Captiva (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 985 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Holden Captiva (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Express | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | Express | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
