2009 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2010 Holden Captiva. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 670 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
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 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | S8 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
