2000 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 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 8 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 656 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Commodore | Elise |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |