2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Statesman.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2005 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | STS | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |
