2005 Holden Caprice vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Holden Caprice. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Caprice.
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, 2003 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Caprice. (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Caprice | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Caprice | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
