2005 Holden Combo vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1210 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 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Combo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mahindra Scorpio (183 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Combo | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Holden | Mahindra |
| Model | Combo | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
