2004 Nissan Sentra vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (127 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Combo weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2004 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Sentra | 2005 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sentra | Combo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
