2003 Opel Combo vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Combo weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia.
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, 2011 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Combo. (126 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Combo. 2011 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Combo | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Combo | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2473 mm |
