2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 585 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2010 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Freestyle | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
