1998 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 9 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Commodore | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
