1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 332 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Statesman | XTS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2831 mm |
