2012 Holden Captiva vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 447 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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 Nissan Altima. 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, 2012 Holden Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Holden Captiva | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Captiva | Altima |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |