2012 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 227 kg more than 1998 Holden Commodore.
Because 1998 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 1998 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur, 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, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Grandeur | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | Grandeur | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |
