2000 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 12 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, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore. 2012 BMW X6 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. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Commodore | X6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2933 mm |