1999 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 11 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 68 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 363 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Commodore. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Commodore | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commodore | T5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3410 mm |
