2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Holden Calais
To start off, 2011 Holden Calais is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac STS would be higher. Both 2009 Cadillac STS and 2011 Holden Calais are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Holden Calais. (278 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Calais.
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, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Calais. (350 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2011 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | STS | Calais |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
