2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Captiva (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 592 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Holden Captiva (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Focus | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
