2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Captiva. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2012 Holden Captiva has manual transmission. 2012 Holden Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Durango | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
