1994 Holden Commodore vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 607. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 Holden Commodore.
Because 1994 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 1994 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Commodore | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | Commodore | 607 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2304 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |