2000 Holden Commodore vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 11 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 41 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Commodore | 370Z |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |