2005 Holden Combo vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 130 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 Opel Astra (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Combo | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Combo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
