2004 Holden Combo vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2004 Holden Combo and 2004 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 588 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.
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, 2004 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Combo | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Combo | 2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |