2004 Holden Combo vs. 2000 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Holden Combo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Laser would be higher. Both 2004 Holden Combo and 2000 Ford Laser are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Combo weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Combo. 2000 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Combo has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Combo | 2000 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Combo | Laser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
