2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 224 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 1995 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Seville | Statesman |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |