2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2010 Holden Captiva. 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Captiva. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2010 Holden Captiva has manual transmission. 2010 Holden Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-250 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
