2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman. 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 2003 Holden Statesman. 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Statesman | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
