2004 Holden Combo vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Holden Combo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 620 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 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Combo. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Combo | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | Combo | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
