2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Holden Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
Make | GMC | Holden |
Model | Sierra | Captiva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |