2000 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2000 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 2000 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona. 2006 Kia Sedona 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. 2006 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Commodore | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Commodore | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
