2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Holden Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Holden Caprice would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2007 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Silverado | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
