2009 Honda Insight vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight, 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, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Insight | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Insight | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
