1996 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 433 kg more than 1996 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Holden Statesman | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Holden | Cadillac |
Model | Statesman | CTS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |