1993 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 607 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 243 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 607, 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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (449 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Commodore | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | Commodore | 607 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 449 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |