2003 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Opel Combo
To start off, 2009 Opel Combo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Combo.
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, 2003 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Civic | 2009 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Combo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
