1994 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 11 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 55 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 476 kg more than 1994 Holden Commodore.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Commodore | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Commodore | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
