2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Kia | Holden |
Model | Sportage | Captiva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |