2003 Opel Combo vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, both 2003 Opel Combo and 2003 Vauxhall Omega were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 373 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 Vauxhall Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Combo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Combo | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Combo | Omega |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |