2005 Holden Combo vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Holden Combo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Combo (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Combo should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Holden Combo.
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 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Combo | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Combo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
