2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Holden |
| Model | S-Type | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
