2011 Audi S6 vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Holden Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Holden Captiva would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2009 Holden Captiva. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Holden Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi S6 | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | S6 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4915 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2847 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
