2005 Holden Combo vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 905 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Combo | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Combo | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2789 mm |