1994 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 360 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Commodore | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Commodore | Boxster |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |