2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1995 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1995 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Commodore weights approximately 167 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1995 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-350 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2740 mm |
