2000 Ford Equator vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 637 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Holden Captiva (297 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2010 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Equator | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 3194 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1845 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2710 mm |
