1998 Holden Commodore vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 10 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1998 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 226 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Commodore. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1998 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1998 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Commodore | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |
