1991 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1991 Holden Commodore.
Because 1991 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (293 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Commodore | 407 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
