2003 Opel Combo vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Combo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Combo weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour.
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 Opel Combo (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Combo | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Combo | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |
