2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Holden Colorado
To start off, 2011 Holden Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (321 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2011 Holden Colorado. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Colorado.
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 Cadillac STS (427 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Colorado. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 2011 Holden Colorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | STS | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
