2000 Holden Commodore vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 7 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 31 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 Holden Commodore.
Because 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2007 Honda Element 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. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Commodore | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Commodore | Element |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
