2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva 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. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Holden Captiva. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | STS | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
