2007 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape.
Because 2010 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Escape. 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, 2010 Holden Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape. 2010 Holden Captiva has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Escape | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escape | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 65 L |
