2002 Honda Saber vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Saber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Saber would be higher. At 2,649 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Saber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Saber (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 365 kg more than 2002 Honda Saber.
Because 2011 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Saber. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Saber. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Saber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Saber | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Saber | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2649 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
