2012 Holden Captiva vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2012 Holden Captiva and 2012 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 732 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. 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 2012 Citroen C3. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3. 2012 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2012 Holden Captiva has manual transmission. 2012 Holden Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Holden Captiva | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Holden | Citroen |
| Model | Captiva | C3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
