2005 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2008 Holden Captiva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Holden Captiva weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
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, 2005 Audi A4 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2008 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A4 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
