2003 Mazda 3 vs. 2003 Opel Combo
To start off, both 2003 Mazda 3 and 2003 Opel Combo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda 3 | 2003 Opel Combo | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 3 | Combo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |