2005 Holden Combo vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 790 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 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Combo has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Combo | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Combo | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |