2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 338 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Vivant | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
