2000 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 13 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 775 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.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Commodore | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | Commodore | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4000 mm |
