2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Vauxhall Frontera | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Vauxhall | Holden |
Model | Frontera | Captiva |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |