2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Holden Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Holden Captiva would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2010 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 764 kg more than 2010 Holden Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Captiva. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2010 Holden Captiva has manual transmission. 2010 Holden Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Escalade | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1857 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
