2003 Opel Combo vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 36 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, 2008 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Combo | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Combo | 45 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
