2004 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 422 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord.
Because 2012 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Holden Captiva (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Accord | Captiva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |