2012 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 3 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 77 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Captiva | Captiva |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4673 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1756 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2707 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |