2005 Holden Combo vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Holden Combo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 320 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.
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 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Combo | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Combo | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
