2009 Holden Captiva 3.2 vs. 2009 Holden Captiva 2.0 CDTi
To start off, both 2009 Holden Captiva 3.2 and 2009 Holden Captiva 2.0 CDTi were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Holden Captiva 3.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Captiva 3.2 (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Holden Captiva 2.0 CDTi. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva 3.2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Captiva 2.0 CDTi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva 2.0 CDTi weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Holden Captiva 3.2.
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 Holden Captiva 2.0 CDTi (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Captiva 3.2. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Holden Captiva 2.0 CDTi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Captiva 3.2. 2009 Holden Captiva 3.2 has automatic transmission and 2009 Holden Captiva 2.0 CDTi has manual transmission. 2009 Holden Captiva 2.0 CDTi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Holden Captiva 3.2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Holden Captiva 3.2 | 2009 Holden Captiva 2.0 CDTi | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Captiva | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
