2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2008 Holden Captiva
To start off, both 2008 Mazda CX-7 and 2008 Holden Captiva were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Holden Captiva. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Holden Captiva weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2008 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2008 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Mazda | Holden |
Model | CX-7 | Captiva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 65 L |