2003 Opel Combo vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 95 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 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Combo | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Combo | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |