1999 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 241 kg more than 1999 Holden Commodore.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Commodore | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Commodore | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
