1997 Holden Commodore vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 324 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Commodore. (395 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Commodore | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Commodore | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 549 HP |
Torque | 395 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |