1986 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 472 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Commodore | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
