1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (362 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1996 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 181 kg more than 1996 Cadillac Catera. 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, 2005 Holden Caprice (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Catera | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Catera | Caprice |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 362 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 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 | 1710 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3009 mm |