2005 Holden Combo vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 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 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Combo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Combo | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Combo | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2355 mm |