2004 Holden Combo vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, both 2004 Holden Combo and 2004 Pontiac GTO were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 490 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 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 2004 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Combo. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Combo | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Combo | GTO |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |