2004 Holden Combo vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Holden Combo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 Holden Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Combo | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Combo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
