2004 Holden Combo vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Combo would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 505 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Combo | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Combo | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
