2009 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Holden Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Holden Captiva would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Holden Captiva weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS. 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, 2007 Holden Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Lexus | Holden |
| Model | IS | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
