1995 Holden Commodore vs. 2001 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2001 Nissan Maxima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Holden Commodore.
Because 1995 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 1995 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1995 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Commodore | 2001 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Commodore | Maxima |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |