2005 Opel Combo vs. 2001 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Combo weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2001 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2005 Opel Combo (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. 2001 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Combo | 2001 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
| Model | Combo | Terios |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 46 L |
