2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 212 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Holden Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 2012 Holden Captiva has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Subaru | Holden |
Model | Impreza | Captiva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |