1995 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 11 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 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1014 more horse power than 1995 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Commodore weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 818 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Holden Commodore | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
Make | Holden | SSC |
Model | Commodore | Ultimate Aero |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 1187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 1113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1090 mm |