2005 Holden Combo vs. 2005 Peugeot 407

To start off, both 2005 Holden Combo and 2005 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 440 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo. 2005 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Combo 2005 Peugeot 407
Make Holden Peugeot
Model Combo 407
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2750 mm


 

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