2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 2009 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tacoma | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Tacoma | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
