2004 Holden Combo vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 3 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 342 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 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 2007 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Combo | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Combo | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
