2005 Holden Combo vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 256 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Combo | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Combo | C30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2639 mm |
