2010 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Avalanche | Commodore |
Year Released | 2010 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 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 Weight | 1105 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |