2005 Holden Cruze 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 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Holden Captiva weights approximately 860 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. 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, 2008 Holden Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze. 2008 Holden Captiva has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 2008 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Cruze | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
