2005 Holden Caprice vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 8 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Holden Caprice. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Caprice.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series 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 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Caprice. (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Caprice | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Caprice | 6 series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |