1995 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 854 kg more than 1995 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Commodore | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commodore | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
