1998 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 235 kg more than 2011 Holden Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva. 2011 Holden Captiva has automatic transmission and 1998 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | Range Rover | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
