2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 1995 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1995 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Commodore.
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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (358 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 1995 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | Genesis | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
