2013 Scion FR-S vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 4 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 615 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Scion FR-S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Holden Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2009 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Scion FR-S | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Scion | Holden |
| Model | FR-S | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 199 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
