2011 Holden Caprice vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Holden Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Holden Caprice would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (323 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2011 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (516 Nm). This means 2011 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Holden Caprice | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 323 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
