2000 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 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 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (451 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 820 kg more than 2000 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (624 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore. 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2005 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Commodore | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |