2004 Opel Combo vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Combo would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Opel Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Combo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Combo | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Combo | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
