2003 Opel Combo vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 349 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 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Combo | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Combo | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
