2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Opel Combo

To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 733 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.

Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Explorer 2005 Opel Combo
Make Ford Opel
Model Explorer Combo
Year Released 2002 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4016 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.4 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1939 kg 1206 kg
Vehicle Length 5240 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 52 L


 

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