1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2004 Holden Combo
To start off, 2004 Holden Combo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Combo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo 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 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Combo, 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 2004 Holden Combo | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Indigo | Combo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |