2005 Holden Combo vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R

To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 6 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 537 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 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Combo 2011 Nissan GT-R
Make Holden Nissan
Model Combo GT-R
Year Released 2005 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 485 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 588 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1737 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4651 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1372 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2779 mm


 

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