1997 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 15 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 198 kg more than 1997 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 2012 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1997 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1997 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Commodore | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Commodore | CC |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2708 mm |