2005 Holden Combo vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Holden Combo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Holden Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Combo has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Combo | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Combo | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |