1993 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 16 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2009 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commodore | T5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
