2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 11 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 45 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.
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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (396 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | XLR | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
