2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2008 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Holden Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Holden Captiva would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2008 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Holden Captiva weights approximately 710 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
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 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2008 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Traverse | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
