1995 Holden Commodore vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Commodore | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Holden | Cadillac |
Model | Commodore | CTS |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |