1992 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 425 kg more than 1992 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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 SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Statesman | SRX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2807 mm |
