2003 Opel Combo vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Combo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 105 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Combo | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Combo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
