1989 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 201 kg more than 1989 Holden Commodore.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1989 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Commodore | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
