1996 Westfield ZEI vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1996 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1996 Westfield ZEI. 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 1996 Westfield ZEI. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Westfield ZEI | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Westfield | Holden |
| Model | ZEI | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
