2004 Holden Combo vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Combo weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour.
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 Holden Combo (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour. 2005 Smart ForFour 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. 2005 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Combo | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Holden | Smart |
Model | Combo | ForFour |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |