1993 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 18 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 685 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Commodore | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Holden | Dodge |
Model | Commodore | Durango |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1819 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3043 mm |