2006 Holden Captiva vs. 2006 Chevrolet Epica
To start off, both 2006 Holden Captiva and 2006 Chevrolet Epica were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden Captiva (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Epica. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Epica.
Because 2006 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Epica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Holden Captiva (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Epica. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Holden Captiva | 2006 Chevrolet Epica | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Captiva | Epica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
