2005 Holden Combo vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, both 2005 Holden Combo and 2005 Jaguar XK8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 645 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 2005 Jaguar XK8 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 2005 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo. 2005 Jaguar XK8 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. 2005 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Combo | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Combo | XK8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |