1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2004 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2004 Holden Statesman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Statesman weights approximately 640 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Statesman. 2004 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2004 Holden Statesman | |
Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
Model | Bigua | Statesman |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |