2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (316 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
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 XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | XLR | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4369 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
