1993 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Because 1993 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 1993 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Commodore | 307 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
