2005 Holden Combo vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 775 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Combo | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Combo | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
