2005 Holden Combo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 156 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 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Combo | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Combo | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |