1998 Holden Commodore vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1998 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 122 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Commodore | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Commodore | 996 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |