2005 Holden Combo vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Combo would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 386 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo. 2006 Honda Pilot 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. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Combo | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Combo | Pilot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |