2012 Nissan Maxima vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 56 kg more than 1997 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Maxima | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Nissan | Holden |
Model | Maxima | Commodore |
Year Released | 2012 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 395 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2950 mm |