2008 Lexus GS vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Holden Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Holden Captiva would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (304 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Holden Captiva. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Holden Captiva weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
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, 2008 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Lexus | Holden |
| Model | GS | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 65 L |
