1995 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 10 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 39 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Commodore weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Commodore | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commodore | Bora |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 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 | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
