2012 Holden Calais vs. 2009 Holden Caprice

To start off, 2012 Holden Calais is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Holden Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Holden Caprice would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Holden Calais. (278 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 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 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Calais. (350 Nm). This means 2009 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Calais.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Holden Calais 2009 Holden Caprice
Make Holden Holden
Model Calais Caprice
Year Released 2012 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 278 HP 344 HP
Torque 350 Nm 530 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.3 L/100km 12.3 L/100km


 

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