2010 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 146 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback.
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 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva. 2010 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2011 Holden Captiva has manual transmission. 2011 Holden Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Subaru Outback | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Subaru | Holden |
| Model | Outback | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
