1957 Holden FE vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1957 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1957 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1957 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | FE | Commander |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
