1999 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 12 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 89 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 410 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Commodore | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Commodore | Duster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2673 mm |
