2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1994 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Commodore weights approximately 317 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 1994 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | Veracruz | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
