2011 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 695 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. 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, 2011 Fiat Panda, 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 2000 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Panda | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2950 mm |
