2001 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Astra weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Opel 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, 2005 Opel Combo (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Astra | 2005 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Combo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |
