1999 Holden Commodore vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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, 2008 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 266 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1999 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 1999 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Commodore | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Commodore | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |