2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 531 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 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 GMC Acadia, 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Acadia | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
