2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2004 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 980 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2004 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Captiva | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
