2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2007 Holden Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Holden Captiva weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Holden Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Transit Connect | Captiva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |