2005 Holden Combo vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo.
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, 2007 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Combo | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Combo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
