2000 Holden Commodore vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2000 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 2000 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Commodore | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |