2000 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 89 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Commodore | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
