2004 Holden Combo vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 250 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 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Combo.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Holden Combo 2005 Nissan X-Trail
Make Holden Nissan
Model Combo X-Trail
Year Released 2004 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 2487 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1450 kg
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2630 mm


 

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