2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Holden |
| Model | Lancer | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
