2003 Opel Combo vs. 2003 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2003 Opel Combo and 2003 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 253 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 Peugeot 307 (184 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo. 2003 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Opel Combo 2003 Peugeot 307
Make Opel Peugeot
Model Combo 307
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 138 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.8:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 14 seconds 12.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1488 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 50 L


 

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