2005 Holden Combo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (130 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 149 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 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Combo | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Combo | Multivan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |