1998 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 15 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, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Commodore | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Commodore | X1 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
