2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2003 Opel Combo
To start off, both 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 730 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.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2003 Opel Combo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Montero | Combo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1930 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |