2004 Holden Combo vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2004 Holden Combo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Combo weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 TVR Griffith.
Because 2001 TVR Griffith 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 2001 TVR Griffith. 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, 2001 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Combo | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Combo | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
