2010 Acura TSX vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 313 kg more than 2010 Acura TSX.
Because 2011 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura TSX. 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, 2011 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura TSX. (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura TSX | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | TSX | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4714 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
