2010 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2012 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2012 Holden Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda CX-9 | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | CX-9 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1966 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
