2002 Subaru Impreza vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 690 kg more than 2002 Subaru Impreza. 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, 2009 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Impreza. 2009 Holden Captiva has automatic transmission and 2002 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2002 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Impreza | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Subaru | Holden |
| Model | Impreza | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
