2005 Holden Caprice vs. 2010 Porsche 911

To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Caprice would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Holden Caprice. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Caprice.

Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Holden Caprice (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911. 2005 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Caprice 2010 Porsche 911
Make Holden Porsche
Model Caprice 911
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5665 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 295 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 446 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors


 

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