2001 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 535 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Holden Captiva (297 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2009 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Accord | Captiva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 297 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |