2009 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 Holden Captiva. 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Sorento | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
