2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 349 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Express | Commodore |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2950 mm |