2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Holden Combo
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Combo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Combo weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Holden Combo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fiesta | Combo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
