2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2009 Holden Captiva (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | RAV4 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
