2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Holden Captiva.
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 Dodge Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Sprinter | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3194 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
