1990 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Holden | Xedos |
| Model | Commodore | 9 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
